What question did this study set out to answer?

This paper examines the dual nature of journalism in Greece as both an innate talent and an academic discipline.

August 4, 2026Journalism and MediaOpen Access

Journalism: Innate Talent or Academic Discipline? Reassessing Professional Identity in Greece

View Full Paper

Ask AI

Bookmark

This paper examines the dual nature of journalism in Greece as both an innate talent and an academic discipline.
Distributed structured questionnaires to professional journalists in Greece
Analyzed attitudes toward university-level journalism education
Examined correlations with views on press autonomy
Only a small fraction of journalists hold academic degrees in journalism, yet many value higher education
There is a consensus on the positive impact of university education on press freedom and editorial independence
Respondents identified a significant theory-practice gap in journalism education, critiquing its effectiveness for real-world demands

No takes yet. Share an insight, caveat, or question.

Quantitative analysis explores how education influences journalistic identity and press freedom in Greece, suggesting essential reforms.

Gioltzidou et al. (2026) studied this question.

View Full Paper

Ask AI

Bookmark